Antigovernment ‘Patriots’ Gather Near Scene Of Nevada Rancher's Dispute Over Cattle Grazing Rights
A Nevada rancher appears to have backed down after threatening to open up a “range war” with the federal government -- but a horde of 'Patriots' is massing to defend him.
Richard Mack Pitches Classic Posse Comitatus Theory On Lou Dobbs Show
Fox Business channel’s Lou Dobbs Tonight recently gave far-right 'constitutionalist' sheriff Richard Mack a platform to tell viewers that in order to “save America”, county sheriffs need to refuse to obey federal gun laws.
Long-Running Conspiracist Fears Still Fuel Anti-Wolf Sentiments In Mountain States
Sentiment against the big canine predators in places like Idaho and Montana, especially among cattlemen, often borders on sheer rage.
Idaho Lawmakers Want To ‘Nullify’ EPA So Dredge Mining Operations Can ‘Get Back To Enjoying’ State
Lawmakers in Idaho this week expanded the field of play for the far-right strategy of "nullification" by applying it to federal environmental laws.
Right-Wing Extremists In Montana File For Legislative Races As Democrats
Democratic primary voters in some Montana legislative districts will see new and unfamiliar names on the ballot this year. That’s because at least eight Democratic candidates are actually far-right “constitutionalists” and Tea Party activists.
‘White Man’s March’ Events Draw Smattering Of Participants, Loads Of Derision
Kyle Hunt had grand visions of thousands of white men coming out of the woodwork this weekend to stand up and defend their interests in a public march that would grab the nation’s attention. Like a lot of such plans, things didn’t exactly work out that way.
California Legislator Proposes Outlawing Orca Shows, Ending Captivity
The 'Blackfish Effect' has now reached the political realm: A California lawmaker is proposing legislation that would outlaw killer-whale shows at marine parks.
Mock Arrests Of Pastors For ‘Defending Faith’ Creates Brief, Fake Uproar
It certainly made for a startling video: police, lights ablaze, pull up to local churches. Once inside, they march up to the pulpit and place the pastor preaching there under arrest.
Suspect In Montana Clinic Vandalism May Be Linked To Controversial ‘Crisis Pregnancy’ Center
A man arrested for seriously vandalizing a medical clinic this week in Kalispell, Mont., that performs abortions is reportedly the son of a board member of a local anti-abortion “crisis pregnancy” clinic.
CO Gubernatorial Candidate Contemplated ‘Civil War’ Against Obama Administration
Former Congressman Bob Beauprez, now running for Colorado governor, in 2012 recorded a video in which he contemplated the possibility that Americans might turn to violent revolt against the Obama administration.
NPR Faces Listener Backlash After Scott Lively Interview
Evangelical crusader Scott Lively, credited with inspiring anti-gay legislation in both Uganda and Russia, was interviewed last week on NPR’s “Tell Me More” program by host Michel Martin to discuss Uganda’s harsh new statute.
Behind The ‘Religious Freedom’ Attacks On Gay Rights Lurks A Broad Attack On Civil Rights
The most problematic aspect of the “religious freedom” legislation that has been proposed so far is how vague its language is and how broadly it can be applied. Indeed, each of the bills so far applies “religious freedom” not just to the issue of providing services to gays and lesbians, but conceivably to every kind of prejudice under the sun.
James Laffrey And His Call To Assassinate Jews
James Laffrey, a middle-aged man who appears to be based in Michigan, has caught people’s attention with the bloodcurdling nature of his agenda: He openly calls for the assassination of Jewish people by their white neighbors.
CNN Mum On Continued Use Of White Supremacist ‘Expert’ On Racial Issues
Frank Taaffe, a self-styled “expert” who appeared on a number of talk programs on CNN and its Headline News subsidiary to offer his views on racially charged criminal trials, has recently emerged as an entrenched figure in the far-right white supremacist movement.
Suspect In Arson Attack On Packed Gay Bar Said To Believe ‘Homosexuals Should Be Exterminated’
The man suspected of attempting to burn down a crowded Seattle gay bar on New Year’s Eve reportedly told a confidant that he hated gay and lesbian people and thought “homosexuals should be exterminated.”
